The next installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe hits theaters around the United States on February 17, 2023 in the form of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. With so much riding on the line in the first film of Phase Five, let's get caught up.
We have broken up our list of what to watch into three categories: Must Watch, Should Watch and Extra Credit. The list is not in our "viewing order," but you can watch them in our order of MCU films.
Must Watch: These five films are the movies you need to watch to get a full understanding of what might take place in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Of course they films include Scott Lang's introduction and progression over the past few years.
Should Watch: The universe is set to get really weird in the fifth phase of the MCU and to understand a bit of the beginning of the multiverse, the following films will get you caught up.
Extra Credit: Now the following films aren't required to get your tickets to Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, but they for sure will help get you ready for the future including the villain Kang The Conquerer and the stakes on the line.
Should Watch // Spider-Man: No Way Home
For the first time in the cinematic history of Spider-Man, our friendly neighborhood hero’s identity is revealed, bringing his Super Hero responsibilities into conflict with his normal life and putting those he cares about most at risk. When he enlists Doctor Strange’s help to restore his secret, the spell tears a hole in their world, releasing the most powerful villains who’ve ever fought a Spider-Man in any universe. Now, Peter will have to overcome his greatest challenge yet, which will not only forever alter his own future but the future of the Multiverse.
Spider-Man: No Way Home is worth the watch to experience more of multiversal traveling. With so many different universes colliding, it’s a visual and narrative feast that’ll leave viewers in shock with every twist. Plus, Peter Parker’s personal journey to independence gives us all something truly special to look forward to – making this film iconic beyond debate. Experience its thrilling multiverse adventure now… you won’t regret it!
